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Five Must Eats When Traveling To Joshua Tree National Park

One of the best kept secrets of 29 Palms and Joshua Tree is the burgeoning food scene. From Jamaican to American to Mexican, visitors to these respective areas will find good eats, drinks and great company. Here are our 5 top must eats when traveling to Joshua Tree National Park.

1. Campbell Hill Bakery

This 29Palms bakery serves up the most delicious homemade breads and pastries making it our top spot for the most important meal of the day. Our love for Campbell Hill Bakery goes beyond its baked goods, we also adore the backstory of their name. When the owners (Travis and Nancy) would visit 29Palms prior to opening their bakery, they would visit Campbell Hill (named after the 1920s homesteaders Bill and Elizabeth Campbell) to watch both the amazing sunrises and sunsets. The bakery serves as an homage to their passion for food and 29Palms. Make sure to pick up extra breakfast and sourdough provisions on Saturday because they are closed Sundays.

Our Favorite: Croissant Breakfast Sandwich. You can also pick up one of the tasty to-go sandwiches for a park picnic.

WKNDR Tip: Get there early. The line starts to snake by 9 am on Saturdays.

Check It Out: @campbellhillbakery

Take Out / Delivery / Dine In: Take Out 

Hours of Operation:

  • Sunday - Monday: Closed

  • Tuesday - Saturday: 6:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Address: 73491 29Palms Highway, 29 Palms, CA 92277

Phone: (760) 401-8284

2. The Rib Co.

Don’t drive too fast down 29Palms Highway or you might miss this longtime favorite. For more than 20 years, The Rib Co. has been saucing and serving up the best barbeque in the area, including ribs, brisket, chicken, steak, and burgers. And if you are not a carnivore or just looking for something on the lighter side, don’t worry, the expansive menu also includes salads and seafood. Also did we mention the corn muffins and honey butter.

Our Favorite: Corn Muffins and Honey Butter

WKNDR Tip: Order an hour ahead for weekend dinner take out.

Take Out / Delivery / Dine In: Take Out and Dine In Only

Hours of Operation: 

  • Monday - Thursday: 4:00 - 9:00 p.m.

  • Friday - Saturday: 11:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

  • Sunday: 11:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 

Address: 72183 29Palms Highway, 29 Palms, CA 92277

Phone: (760) 367-1663

3. Kitchen in the Desert

Bringing Carribean flavors with a twist and a relaxed high-end experience to 29Palms is this unique eatery located in Tintown, a property filled with history and unique charm. On the menu you will find a range of options and flavors, from truly Trinidadian, like Jerk Chicken and Doubles, to a wide selection of burgers, which you can enjoy on the property’s expansive porch along with live music from multiple artists.

Our Favorite: Doubles

WKNDR Tip: Make your reservation a couple days ahead for a weekend night.

Check it Out: @kitcheninthedesert29

Take Out / Delivery / Dine In: Take Out and Dine In Only

Hours of Operation: 

  • Monday - Friday: 5:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

  • Saturday - Sunday: 1:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Address: 6427 Mesquite Ave, 29 Palms, CA 92277

Phone: (760) 865-0245

4. Natural Sisters Cafe

This plant-based and vegan hot spot is the ideal stop if you are traveling with non-coffee lovers and need to also grab a heartier breakfast before hitting the trails in Joshua Tree National Park. Natural Sisters Cafe’s breakfast menu features a variety of coffee-based beverages, smoothies, juices and food items, from egg sandwiches to biscuits and gravy (we might not recommend something so heavy though before hitting the park).

Check It Out: @thenaturalsisterscafe

Take Out / Delivery / Dine In: Take Out and Dine In

Hours of Operation: 

  • Sunday - Saturday: 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Address: 61695 29 Palms Highway, Joshua Tree, CA 92252

Phone: (760) 366-3600

5. Edchada's

If you are in the mood for Mexican, Edchada’s will hit the spot. Edchada’s offers up a something-for-everyone menu of Mexican and standard bar fare, like wings and burgers, in addition to also having a full bar. Making Edchada’s perfect for happy hour and dinner.

Take Out / Delivery / Dine In: Take Out and Dine In

Hours of Operation: 

  • Monday - Saturday: 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

  • Sunday: 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Address: 73502 29 Palms Highway, 29 Palms, CA 92277

Phone: (760) 367-2131

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Tell us in the comments below what is your favorite Joshua Tree or 29 Palms eatery.